SNMG2 launches new operational phase in the Mediterranean  International task group includes HMCS St. John’s, deployed since July as part of Operation REASSURANCE  By NATO Maritime Command  Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2) has launched a new operational phase in the Mediterranean Sea, departing Taranto, Italy after a scheduled port visit. As one of […]

Four military hockey squads brought intense competition to the Halifax Forum on October 2 during the latest edition of the Clash of the Titans charity event. The evening opened with the Ottawa-based military attaché team, the Lame Ducks, taking on the Esprit de Corps Commando Lites, followed by the feature […]

Pack your bags! NDWCC Travel Party offers $5,000 getaway prize  By Trident Staff  If you’re dreaming of sunshine, sandy beaches, or your next great adventure, the NDWCC Travel Party might be just the ticket.  Members of the Defence community and their guests (19+) are invited to attend this year’s event on Thursday, November 27, […]

HMCS Ville de Québec celebrated after unique deployment  By Trident Staff  HIs Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Ville de Québec made an anxiously awaited return to Halifax on November 10, with the ship and crew welcomed home following a far-reaching mission.  The deployment was conducted primarily under Operation HORIZON, the mission aimed at supporting the defence elements of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy and strengthening cooperation with allies across […]

Hard Work and Heavy Seas: RCN Welcomes New Clearance Divers   By RCN  After 13 months of training above and beneath the ocean waves, 12 new clearance divers are surfacing with pride.  On October 10, at Fleet Diving Unit (Pacific) (FDU(P)), 12 students from the 2025 Clearance Diver Qualification Level 1 (QL1) […]

The CANEX Stadacona location is marking Veterans’ Week with a special display created by store Sales Associate Frank Beals. The display pays tribute to both former and currently serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces. Beals said he chose to feature family members, friends, and colleagues in recognition of their […]

In a world of change, the CAF’s Seamless Canada initiative remains a constant By DND Over the past five years, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has navigated a rapidly shifting global landscape marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, rising geopolitical instability, and domestic labour shortages. These challenges tested operational readiness and […]

  For more information and to register for presentations, please visit: cfmws.ca/Halifax/HP-Health-Expo  Health Promotion Health Expo 2025: Navigating Your Health Journey  By PSP Halifax Health Promotion    The Health Promotion Health Expo is back, and it’s bigger, brighter, and more empowering than ever! This year’s event, hosted in partnership with Canadian Forces Health Services, […]

SNMG2 strengthens regional partnership with Egyptian port visit  By NATO Maritime Command  The ships of Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2), currently deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean as part of Operation NOBLE SHIELD, completed a port visit to Alexandria, Egypt, from 13 to 16 October 25.  The visit underlines NATO’s […]